Auto Body Shop Estimator

DARCARS Collision Centers of Prince George's County

Auto Body Shop Estimator

Potential earning based on experience

As an Auto Body Shop Estimator you will inspect and appraise customers’ vehicles to determine repair costs for damages that will be billed as an insurance claim or customer expense. You will also work directly with customers and/or insurance companies to ensure a seamless repair process while providing excellent customer service.

• Paid Manufacturer Training
• Paid I-Car Training
• Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, parts, and service repairs
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Opportunities to join our community service initiatives
• Internal career advancement opportunities

• Examine damage to customer vehicles to locate structural, body, mechanical or interior damages
• Estimate repair costs including supplies, parts, and labor
• Calculate customer payments including deductibles for repaired items
• Manage claim process for customers by obtaining estimates from insurance companies and reviewing them with insurance adjusters
• Maintain customer reports by explaining estimate and expected return of vehicle
• Maintain high-quality repairs and minimize comebacks
• Conduct spot checks of each completed job for thoroughness and quality
• Reconcile and prepare final invoices matching approved estimates

• 3+ years of previous automotive estimator experience
• Knowledge of major insurance program protocols and ability to upload estimates/images that meet those standards
• Prior experience as an estimator highly preferred
• I-Car or other industry training history
• Automotive certifications a plus
• High school degree or equivalent
• Must be a minimum of eighteen years of age
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening (background)

We are an equal opportunity employer & drug‑free workplace. Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing background screening (incl. criminal background check, review of consumer & motor vehicle records, verification of SSN). Employment is on an at‑will basis and subject to termination if dealership rules & regulations are violated.

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